Born and raised in Southern California, I married a Marine in 1984. Moving often while in the service, we first moved to Northern California, had two children, and after four years moved again, sending the family to North Carolina, where we had our third child. Balancing family and full-time work, I still wanted to finish my education. I have continually enrolled in college since graduating High School. While in North Carolina, I turned my education towards Interior Design. I’ve always been passionate about design, sewing, and creating in general. On a Marine income and raising three children was challenging, so I took a leap of faith with my sewing talent and education and opened up a successful interior design business. I ran my own business for four years until the Marine Corps said it was time to move back to California. It made sense to refrain from starting my business again and starting a new customer base from scratch while well-established in North Carolina. So, I returned to school to finish my education after my husband was discharged from the Corps. I went to work for a school district and also started an embroidery business. In my professional life, I’ve had the privilege to work in education for over 20 years. These experiences have taught me the value of resilience, collaboration, diversity, and time management. Throughout my journey, I’ve always been eager to explore various facets of design, which has equipped me with a diverse skill set in design. I’m always eager to embrace new experiences. You can find me sewing, baking, and crafting when I’m not immersed in work. My journey has been shaped by curiosity, determination, and a deep-seated passion for design. I look forward to the endless possibilities, embracing each new opportunity with enthusiasm and an open mind.” I hope you take the time to watch my self-promotional video below. Thank you.